2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 De Tomaso Guara | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Guara | 200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
